The India-Pakistan match in the T20 World Cup will be played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, starting at 7 p.m. The toss will take place at 6:30 p.m. Both teams have arrived at the stadium. A BCCI official told PTI that Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav will not shake hands with Pakistani captain Salman Ali Agha during the toss. Indian players did not shake hands with Pakistani players during last year's Asia Cup. This decision was taken in protest against the terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
The Meteorological Department has predicted a 50% chance of rainfall in Colombo. Currently, there is no rain in Colombo, but the sky is overcast. India and Pakistan met in the final of the Asia Cup last year. On September 28, 2024, India defeated Pakistan by 5 wickets.
The biggest challenge for Team India will be the bowling of Usman Tariq on Sri Lankan pitches. Tariq's punctual bowling, speed variations, and angles pose a significant challenge for Indian batsmen. Opener Abhishek Sharma could be given a chance in place of Sanju Samson. Kuldeep Yadav or Washington Sundar could replace Arshdeep Singh.